Sans Faceted Ihsy 5 is a very light, very wide, low contrast, upright, normal x-height font.
Keywords: headlines, logotypes, ui display, posters, branding, futuristic, technical, minimal, architectural, sci-fi, geometric clarity, tech aesthetic, display emphasis, systematic construction, geometric, monoline, rounded corners, open apertures, squared curves.
A monoline sans built from straight segments and softened corners, giving many curves a squared, faceted construction. The letterforms are broad and airy, with generous internal space and open apertures that keep counters clear at display sizes. Curved characters like C, G, O, and S read as rounded rectangles, while diagonals (A, K, V, W, X, Y) are crisp and evenly weighted. The overall rhythm is clean and consistent, with simplified terminals and a controlled, engineered feel.
Well-suited to headlines, logotypes, and short-form copy where its faceted geometry can read clearly. It fits tech branding, interface titling, packaging accents, and editorial display applications that want a clean, futuristic tone. For longer passages, it will generally work best at comfortable sizes and with ample tracking to preserve its light, linear structure.
The faceted geometry and streamlined strokes evoke a contemporary, tech-forward mood with a subtle retro-future edge. It feels calm and precise rather than expressive, suggesting interfaces, product design, and speculative design aesthetics.
The design appears intended to translate geometric, planar construction into a readable sans, replacing conventional curves with softened rectangles and angled segments. It prioritizes clarity and a distinct sci-fi/technical signature while keeping the forms simple and systematic.
Distinctive numerals and capitals reinforce the squared-curve theme: 0 is a rounded rectangle, 2 and 3 use horizontal segmenting, and 4 is sharply constructed. Lowercase maintains the same system, with single-story a and g, and simple, tall ascenders that enhance clarity. The very thin stroke suggests best performance in larger sizes or high-contrast settings where its delicate lines can remain intact.